A Perodua Myvi fitted with modified strobe-like rear lights has sparked widespread criticism online after a video showed the vehicle’s tail lights flashing intensely while driving on the road, causing severe discomfort to drivers behind it.
The video, shared by a road user on Threads, shows a black Myvi ahead with rear lights flickering rapidly and brightly, making it painful for the driver behind to look at.
“This car doesn’t look cool at all. It looks ridiculously stupid,” one comment read.
Netizens warn of risks to epilepsy patients
The clip quickly went viral, with many expressing concern that such flashing lights could pose serious health risks, particularly to individuals with photosensitive epilepsy.
Others added that beyond health risks, the intense brightness could strain or injure the eyes of drivers behind, increasing the chances of road accidents.
Several netizens urged the public to report vehicles fitted with illegal lighting through the MyJPJ application.
They advised road users to take a photo, note the time and location where the vehicle was spotted, and submit a report through the app.
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Some also suggested that the vehicle owner should be required to send the car to PUSPAKOM for inspection to ensure it meets road safety standards.
JPJ previously warned against illegal car light modifications
Previously, Penang Road Transport Department enforcement officer Fairuz had uploaded a video on social media reminding the public that installing non-compliant vehicle lights such as strobe lights and Thai-style signal lights is illegal.
He explained that such lights are not only glaring but can also mislead other drivers, posing a serious road safety hazard.
According to him, vehicle owners found installing illegal lighting modifications can be issued an immediate RM300 summons and will receive a notice requiring them to send their vehicle to PUSPAKOM for inspection.
The vehicle must also be restored to its original factory specifications within a given period.
Under Road Transport Department regulations, motorists who modify car lights or use excessively bright or non-compliant lighting may face fines of up to RM2,000 or imprisonment of up to six months.
As the video continues circulating online, many netizens are now calling for stricter enforcement to prevent similar incidents from endangering other road users.
